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Craig needs a cold-storage unit to reopen a small grocery stall
A small grocery stall in Cleveland needs help replacing a cold-storage unit after a long illness and repossession.
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For four years I have run a small grocery stall in Cleveland. In March, a long illness and repossession took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 weeks.
This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment.
Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $4,150 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $2,750
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $350
• Shop repairs and licensing: $680
• Working capital for the first month: $370
Glad we found this place.
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Good luck, Craig. Small businesses are the heart of Cleveland. Hope you're open again soon. Blessings.